Hackers have gained access to account information and can now login into a system with the same rights as authorized users. What type of attack is this?

Hackers have gained access to account information and can now login into a system with the same rights as authorized users. What type of attack is this?

• compromised key
• password-based
• DoS
• social engineering

Explanation: A password-based attack can occur when threat actors have gained access to user account information that allows them to access a system like authorized users.

Exam with this question: 2.2.4 Check Your Understanding - Classify Cyber Attacks
Exam with this question: 13.2.4 Check Your Understanding - Classify Cyber Attacks